Director of Strategic Affairs, EMEA
Core
Lead Instructure's policy and government affairs work across EMEA to build relationships with policymakers and turn influence into market opportunities and revenue.
Role type
Director of Strategic Affairs (Public Affairs/Government Relations)
Builds
EMEA public affairs and government go-to-market strategy, procurement strategy, and policy advocacy
Domain
Education technology, EMEA public policy, government relations
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
International government affairs, public policy, K-12 or higher education, EMEA education policy, regulation, procurement, relationship building with policymakers, analytical skills, negotiation skills
Preferred skills
EU/Global NGO/Government experience, advanced degree, revenue generation in public sector, workforce development experience
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Set and run EMEA public affairs and government go-to-market strategy; Build trusted relationships with national policymakers, European, Middle East and African agencies, consortia, and NRENs; Track EMEA education and technology policy and advocate for Instructure's positions; Shape procurement strategy including national frameworks and consortia agreements; Spot new market and business opportunities driven by policy work; Manage external lobbying and consulting partners; Brief leaders on policy changes and business impact
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership